Head Counselor 

Co-Op Summer Enrichment is a summer program for low income children that emphasizes STEM enrichment alongside camp programming that infuses the joy of summer into all that we do.  Are you looking for a fun summer job? Do you also want to make a difference? Join us at Co-Op Camp! We are hiring team members who are eager to be a part of a program that emphasizes STEM learning, mentoring connections, and summer fun! 

What you'll be doing

You’re joining a team in a fast paced summer camp environment.  Most of what you will be responsible for is listed below but roles and discrete tasks can change.  At Co-Op you will do much of these tasks:

• Serve as a co-leader to a dedicated group of children for a five-week program that serves elementary children grades 1 to 5

• Mentor the Assistant Counselor to give direct guidance and instructions for maximum effectiveness

• Serve as a role model for children by:

  • Arriving on time and fully ready to participate

  • Working as a team member with other counselors, assistant counselors and staff

  • Taking joy in learning new things with the children

  • Supporting a drug free, screen free, healthy environment

• Assist children to participate in STEM and recreation activities led by educators and recreation assistant coaches

• Teach or assist during program blocks in a variety of areas such as crafts, nature, science, sports and recreation

• Participate fully and with enthusiasm in all orientation week training sessions

• Enforce the highest level of safety for children at all times, including COVID safety protocols

• Maintain accurate attendance records on a daily basis

• Be responsible for keeping confidential student emergency data accessible at all times

What you bring

First and foremost, we are looking for someone who is warm, friendly and values teamwork.  We want you to join us to help children and then keep coming back because you love our community.  Did you know that 10% of our staff have been working for us for 5 or more years?. Also significant is that you have a desire to serve others and learn how STEM education and summer learning can create positive outcomes for children.  Lastly, we would need you to be ready to take on a full time summer job for all six weeks and do your best in a supportive and professional environment.

Besides that you might:

• Have past experience working with children or helping others

• Seek a job where you can make a difference in the lives of kids

• Are ready to meet and work with other local teens, educators and nonprofit leaders from diverse backgrounds

• Want to know what Color Wars is and be already planning to win the annual trophy

• Are Bilingual (Spanish/English)

What we offer

• Camp Staff T-Shirt

• Highly collaborative work environment where your knowledge and experience are valued regardless of age or experience - all voices matter

• Opportunity to serve children from diverse backgrounds 

• Experience developing useful job and personal skills:

  • Leadership skills 

  • Organizational skills such as program planning and implementation 

  • Mentoring skills assisting younger children with problem-solving, conflict resolution and perseverance

• Recommendation letters for future endeavors (based upon performance)

• A workplace culture that prioritizes understanding, empathy and diversity

• A location on a bus route and .5 miles from the Mamaroneck MetroNorth train station

REQUIREMENTS

• Head Counselors must be at least 19 years old by July 1, 2023 or entering their Sophomore year of college

• Must have completed high school or GED

• High preference given to applicants with previous experience working with youth

• Social security card and state identification

• Fingerprinting for any non-Mamaroneck School District employee or any new employee (previously fingerprinted Co-Op counselors do not need to be fingerprinted again) 

• High swimming competency

• Two references - only one can be a personal (non-family) reference 

• Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination

Are you excited?

So are we!

Apply today to play an active role in changing our world for the better by empowering and training the next generation of STEM leaders and bridging the digital divide through inclusion initiatives.

If you’re enthusiastic about our mission, we’d love to hear from you!  And please note:

→ Research shows that while men apply to jobs if they meet about 60% of the criteria, women and those in traditionally underrepresented groups tend to apply only if they check all the boxes. If you think you have what it takes but don't meet every single point above, please still apply! We'd like to learn more about you to see if you could be a great fit. 

→ We value the diversity of our colleagues. People with disabilities are currently underrepresented in our company and underserved in our community. We want to change that. For this reason, we subscribe to equal employment opportunity principles and strongly encourage people living with disabilities to apply. We will support you in the working environment.

REQUIRED PROGRAM DATES & TIMES: 

June 26, 2023 to August 4, 2023 

8:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Wednesday (weekly staff Meeting)

*all program start and end times/dates subject to change until program design is complete by June 1st

SALARY

Base Salary - $2,640

Performance Bonus - up to $500

Re-signing Bonus - $100

• for previous Co-Op Counselors if application is submitted before April 1, 2022

Base Salary paid bi-monthly in July and August (3 payments total)

All bonus payments paid in the last salary check

Reimbursement for Fingerprinting Costs - paid in the last paycheck